äitinse

äitinse is a Finnish word that translates to "his mother" or "her mother" in English. It is a possessive suffix attached to the word "äiti," which means mother. The suffix "-nsä" indicates a third-person possessor, meaning the mother belongs to someone else, but that someone is not explicitly stated in the word itself. The context of the sentence would clarify who "his" or "her" refers to.

For example, in the sentence "Hän näki äitinsä," "Hän" means "he" or "she," and "äitinsä" signifies "his mother" or "her mother." The sentence would therefore be translated as "He saw his mother" or "She saw her mother." The possessive suffix "-nsä" is a common feature in Finnish grammar, used to denote ownership or belonging for third-person subjects.

The word "äitinse" is a standalone form used when the possessor is clearly understood from prior context. It is not used in isolation but as part of a larger grammatical structure. Understanding the function of possessive suffixes like "-nsä" is crucial for comprehending Finnish sentence construction and possessive relationships.